# AppRadio

> Connects iPhone apps to Pioneer car stereos for in-car control. (iPhone/iPad app by Pioneer Corporation.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/appradio/id434811742 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Pioneer Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/326612330)
- Category: Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.00/5 from 229 App Store ratings · 50 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 15 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French (France), German (Germany), Greek, Hebrew and 15 more
- Released: 2011-05-25
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/appradio/id434811742/reviews.md

## What is AppRadio?

Turn your car into a connected car with a compatible Pioneer multimedia receiver, a compatible iPhone, and this AppRadio app. With your iPhone connected, you'll be able to listen, view and control compatible iPhone applications optimized for in-car use directly from the large Pioneer touchscreen interface installed in your dashboard.

To learn how to connect, look for either of below feature names.


• AppRadio Mode USB or AppRadio Mode +

Connects through USB

Compatible products:
- 2015 and '16 Multimedia Tuners : AVH-X17*0DVD/X27*0BT/X3700DAB/X47*0DVD/X5700DAB/X57*0BT/XL5750BT/X67*0DVD/X77*0BT, AVH-X18*0DVD/X28*0BT/X3800DAB/X48*0DVD/XL4850DVD/X5800DAB/X58*0BT/XL5850BT/X68*0DVD/AVH-X7800BT, AVH-X39*BT/X595BT/X490DAB
- 2017 Multimedia Tuners : SPH-DA230DAB, AVH-Z10*0DVD/Z20*0BT/Z3000DAB/Z50*0BT/Z5000DAB/Z7050BT/Z7000DAB


• AppRadio Mode

Connects through Apple Digital AV adapter or Apple Lightning to VGA adapter. Check your product manual to learn more.

Compatible products:
- 2013 and '14 Multimedia Tuners plus 2015/'16 AVH-X8###
AVH-X1500DVD*¹/AVH-X1600DVD*¹, AVH-X2500BT/X2600BT, AVH-X3500DAB/X3600DAB, AVH-X5500BT/X5600BT, AVH-X7500BT, AVH-8400BT/X8500BT/X8600BT/X8700BT/X8800BT
- AppRadio SPH-DA01*¹/DA02*¹, SPH-DA100, SPH-DA110, SPH-DA210, SPH-DA120
- Navigation Receivers since 2012:
AVIC-F8430BT, AVIC-F840BT/F850BT, AVIC-F940BT/F950BT/F950DAB/F960BT/F960DAB/F970BT/F970DAB/F980BT/F980DAB, AVIC-F40BT/F50BT/F60DAB/F70DAB/F77DAB/F80DAB/F88DAB
Check if your older 2009, 2010 or 2011 AVIC model*¹ can be upgraded to support AppRadio Mode on our website www.pioneer-car.eu.
Unless indicated by *¹, products support the feature for both Apple devices with Lightning or 30pin connector.


Information regarding compatible apps: http://www.pioneer-car.eu/eur/sites/minisites/eur/page/products/appradio-mode/apps.html?

*¹ Only iPhone with 30pin connector supported: iPhone 4s
iPod Touch requires internet connectivity
iPad not supported

## Key features

- Connect iPhone apps to Pioneer receivers
- Control apps from car touchscreen
- Optimized for in-car use
- USB and adapter connectivity options
- Supports various Pioneer models

## Recent user reviews (10 of 50)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/appradio/id434811742/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Please fix :(

*2022-04-06, version 2.9.8*

I’d love a chance to try this out. If it doesn’t work, why is this app even available. I will change my rating if it’s fixed. Been trying to get it for work for years

### 1/5 — What a Waste

*2021-03-26, version 2.9.8*

I’ve used this app now for about four years.  At first, the app worked ok.  But because I used it primarily for Waze, it was fine.  Over the years, I’ve seen this app go downhill. It takes forever to get an update when Apple updates their operating system.  Then the app dropped Waze.  The final straw was when I got a new phone, the app stopped working altogether.  I’m never buying Pioneer again.

March 28, 2020
Soooo, my app was just updated.  STILL DOESN’T WORK AT ALL!   I still have a black screen and ithe app is useless.

March 25, 2021
So, time for the annual update, and time to update my review. Except there is absolutely no change.  This app still doesn’t work and hasn’t in a long time.  I STILL get nothing but a black screen, and that is with trying everything including going directly to a supported app and deleting/downloading the app again.  Pioneer Audio should be embarrassed at the record they have with this app, but I guess they just don’t care.

### 1/5 — Sph-da210

*2019-10-27, version 2.9.6*

I’ve been trying to connect my iPhone 7plus to the sph-da210 but have not been successful in doing so, I follow all the instructions all the radio does is stay in black screen, apparently this is an issue that allot of people have(from what I have read on the internet). I have also bought the upgrade to some of the apps trying to see if that would help me connect but have been unsuccessful. I’ll be selling my pioneer stereo and going to a different brand.

### 1/5 — Embarrassing to say the least...

*2019-08-18, version 2.9.6*

I’ve tried every app every possible settings etc. and all I’ve been able to is wast a good amount of my time like honestly a combined week all together.. until they figure out what they are doing I wouldn’t download because the head unit is one of the best but it’s completely stops there everyone of there apps are garbage... please can we get something that’s usable you need to get a new development team as the ones you have must be working with the 80s Oregon trial apple computers that if they are a bunch of monkeys ya I think it’s monkeys ...

### 1/5 — Crap

*2019-06-28, version 2.9.6*

Paid over $500 for a receiver only to find over the next 6 months that pioneer doesn’t update the app and stopped support if Waze. Never buying another pioneer product again.

### 1/5 — My Waze dont open

*2019-06-25, version 2.9.6*

After update i can’t open waze i want a last version work good, i send a message but dont have a update to solve the bug fixes

### 1/5 — Waze don’t work no more

*2019-06-17, version 2.9.6*

Since the last update that pioneer app don’t support waze no more pioneer need to get there act together before they start losing customers I’m a long time buyer using there products I might have to switch to a different company there are cheaper options out there that have more features on the radios that work and don’t require downloading apps to make there apps work on there products so please pioneer listen to your customers and give us what we want

### 1/5 — Horrible.

*2018-11-02, version 2.9.5*

I downloaded the app after I bought a new stereo and non of the features work. I’m extremely frustrated with this

### 1/5 — Terrible after update

*2018-10-23, version 2.9.5*

It's not working at all after the update!  Please fix.  Now you have to launch individual apps from your phone because the app radio screen freezes.

Update*. You have to uninstall it and reinstall the new version for it to work again.

Please update this bad app, at least open the control feature that lets you control native apps on iPhone like waze does so we are not limited by your approved apps... Which is dismal and I'll end up buying a new radio at the rate your new compatible apps are released!!!

Update: again after iOS 12 update Waze auto locks and stops responding

### 2/5 — Sluggish and phone must be on

*2018-06-29, version 2.9.5*

Well this is a very buggy app.  Portly made.  I’m using it with my new 601ex.  Waze often crashes whenever you touch the screen more than once consecutively.  However the most annoying thing is the app must stay open on your phone in order for it to work.  For that I might as well run it on my phone.   Period

## Frequently asked questions about AppRadio

### What does the AppRadio app do?

The AppRadio app allows you to turn your car into a connected car by integrating your iPhone with a compatible Pioneer multimedia receiver. It enables you to listen, view, and control iPhone applications optimized for in-car use directly from your Pioneer touchscreen.

### How do I connect my iPhone to my Pioneer receiver using AppRadio?

There are two main connection methods: 'AppRadio Mode USB' or 'AppRadio Mode +' which connects through USB, and 'AppRadio Mode' which connects through an Apple Digital AV adapter or Apple Lightning to VGA adapter. Specific compatible Pioneer models and connection types are listed in the app's description.

### Is the AppRadio app free to use?

Yes, the AppRadio app is free to download and use. The description does not mention any in-app purchases or subscription fees for the app itself.

### What iPhone models are compatible with AppRadio?

Compatibility varies depending on the connection method and your Pioneer receiver model. Generally, it supports iPhones with Lightning connectors. Older models like the iPhone 4s with a 30-pin connector are also supported for specific connection types. An iPod Touch requires internet connectivity, and iPads are not supported.

### Where can I find a list of compatible apps for AppRadio?

You can find a list of compatible apps optimized for in-car use by visiting the provided URL: http://www.pioneer-car.eu/eur/sites/minisites/eur/page/products/appradio-mode/apps.html?

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.9.8 — 2021-03-26

・ iOS 10.0 and above support

・ Dropped Video function 

・ Fixed minor issues

### 2.9.7 — 2020-03-27

• minor improvement

### 2.9.6 — 2019-03-24

• Fixed launcher screen lag when connected to Plus size iPhones
• Clarified purpose of requesting location, calendar and photos access

### 2.9.5 — 2018-02-27

• Launcher App bug fixes
Compatible Apps are updating to optimise AppRadio Mode on iOS 11

### 2.9.4 — 2017-09-25

Compatible Apps are updating to optimise AppRadio Mode on iOS 11

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